In the first quarter of 2025, the overall job market in Japan cooled compared to the high activity seen in 2024. While a few sectors remain active or show early signs of recovery, many are experiencing a slowdown in both hiring demand and job seeker activity. Companies appear to be taking a more cautious approach to recruitment, and professionals are becoming more selective about changing roles, signaling a shift toward a more stable and measured market phase.

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